“Methods of Dispute Resolution in Taiwan”

1.     Litigation system in Taiwan

In Taiwan, different litigation systems apply depending on the nature of a particular case.

①     Civil/Criminal Litigation

A three-tier court system¹, where cases are heard by the District Courts, High Court (and its branches), and Supreme Court, is used for civil and criminal case.

②     Administrative Litigation

A two-tier court system², where cases are heard by the District Administrative Litigation Divisions, High Administrative Courts, or the Supreme Administrative Court is used for administrative cases.

③     Intellectual Property Litigation

Cases concerning certain intellectual property rights and commercial cases are conducted at the Intellectual Property and Commercial Court.

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